Buying Assistant

Farmfoods Ltd; Metropolitan Borough of Solihull; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

A successful independent retailer is looking for a Buying Assistant in Solihull. The role involves placing orders, forecasting, and managing transfers. Candidates should demonstrate excellent attention to detail and proficiency in Microsoft Office. A grade B in GCSE English and Maths is required, while experience in retail is beneficial. Successful candidates will enjoy opportunities for development and a supportive team environment, along with a staff benefits package including discounts and access to services.

Benefits

15% staff discount

Staff benefits package including a virtual GP

Discounts on cinema tickets, gym memberships, and more

Qualifications

• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Comfortable dealing with various stakeholders.
• Experience in a retail environment is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Placing orders and forecasting.
• Setting up transfers between depots.
• Conducting competitor price comparisons.
• Resolving supplier/logistics queries.

Skills

Attention to detail

Organizational skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Numeracy

Literacy

Education

GCSE English and Maths (grade B or equivalent)

Good standard of further education

Tools

Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Job Vacancy – Buying Assistant (Commercial Department)

• Permanent
• Location – Monkspath, Solihull
• 40 Hours per Week – Monday to Friday (8.30 – 5.30)
• Salary: £26,000
• Opportunities to develop
• 15% staff discount
• A staff benefits package which includes a virtual GP as well as discounted services and products such as cinema tickets, gym memberships, days out and travel.

Role Summary

Main duties will involve:

• Placing orders and forecasting
• Setting up transfers between depots
• Competitor price comparisons
• Setting up new lines
• Resolving supplier/logistics queries

Farmfoods is a successful, independent retailer specialising in frozen food. We are renowned for excellent quality and great value, without compromise. There are over 340 Farmfoods shops in the UK and 4 distribution centres with a Commercial Office based in South Birmingham.

The Commercial Department is an essential part of our business and because of recent significant growth, we currently have a requirement for a full time Buying Assistant to support the fast-paced Commercial Team with all aspects of the daily operations. Our Commercial Team is responsible for selecting and managing a range of products and suppliers that service our shops, with a combined turnover over £1bn.

The Successful Candidate

The successful candidate will have excellent attention to detail, be organised, have a high standard of numeracy and literacy and be able to work to deadlines. They will also have a proficiency in Microsoft Office Word, Excel and PowerPoint although will also be required to use an in-house software package. Full training will be provided.

The office is home to many of the company’s Directors and Senior Management Team so the successful candidate must be comfortable and confident dealing with people at all levels of seniority along with external stakeholders such as suppliers and customers.

We expect the successful candidate to have a good academic record, including grade B in GCSE English and Maths (or equivalent). They should also have a good standard of further education, but a degree is not essential for this role. Some experience in a retail environment would be highly beneficial.

Above all, the successful candidate should share and be able to demonstrate previous working examples of the Farmfoods values: Hard Work, Trust, Respect and a Positive Attitude. A "can do" attitude is essential.

At Farmfoods, you’ll get back what you put in, and more. If you are inquisitive and hardworking with and an entrepreneurial spirit, we know you will love the work you will do as a Buying Assistant - working with major brands, making decisions on multi-million pound categories and being part of a fast paced, but collaborative team.